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Collections Representative

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Boulder, CO, USA
18-32 Hourly
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In-Office
Boulder, CO, USA
18-32 Hourly
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As a Collections Representative, you'll research customer accounts, negotiate payment terms, and manage claims while ensuring compliance with guidelines within the healthcare sector.
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Requisition Number: 2355865
This position is Remote in Boulder, CO. If you are located within commutable distance to the office at 4990 Pearl E Circle, Boulder, CO, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8am - 5pm MST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
This will be on the job training and the hours will be during normal business hours.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Perform research on various computer systems and document customer information regarding status, payment expectations, notes of conversations and other relevant information
  • Obtain agreement on potential balance payoff and/or payment terms within stated level of authority and guideline limits
  • Print and mail claims, as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma / GED
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • 1+ years of healthcare experience
  • Computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Windows and navigation, mouse, and keyboarding skills
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8am - 5pm MST, with flexibility on a case-by-case basis. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of Revenue Cycle Experience and / OR Epic Experience

Telecommuting Requirements:
  • Reside within a commutable distance of 4990 Pearl E Circle, Boulder, CO, with the ability to work onsite at least once per month
  • Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
  • Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
  • Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.98 - $32.12 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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